Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.
This role does not support visa-dependent candidates, either now or in the foreseeable future.
Onsite 4 days a week
Houston, TX
Experienced Databricks Architect with expertise in designing and implementing modern data platforms, Lakehouse architectures, cloud-native analytics solutions, and enterprise-scale data engineering frameworks. Proven experience in Databricks, Apache Spark, Delta Lake, Python, SQL, and major cloud platforms including Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Skilled in data modernization, data governance, machine learning enablement, and creating scalable architectures to support analytics, AI, and business intelligence initiatives.
12+ years in data & analytics overall, including 5+ years hands-on Databricks architecture and delivery; prior client-facing architect or advisory experience required.
• Databricks Lakehouse Platform, Unity Catalog, Delta Lake
• Databricks SQL, Workflows, Delta Live Tables (DLT)
• Medallion Architecture Design
• Apache Spark batch and streaming
• Performance tuning, cluster optimization and cost management
• Python and Advanced SQL
• GCP Integration: BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataproc, Pub/Sub, Cloud Composer
• Data Governance, Lineage and Security
• Data Modernization and Legacy Warehouse Migration
• Semantic and dimensional modelling for reporting; curated gold-layer design for BI consumption
• Power BI, Looker or Tableau – dashboard and KPI design, dataset performance tuning, self-service enablement
• Drive client discussions on Databricks capabilities, positioning and value within CNP's current GCP landscape
• Identify, qualify and shape Databricks use cases; build the adoption roadmap and reference architecture
• Define lakehouse, governance and integration standards; lead solution design and technical reviews
• Enable downstream AI/ML and BI workloads; partner with the BI and AI/ML track leads on shared data products
• Act as trusted technical advisor to CNP stakeholders and mentor the onsite delivery team
Onsite role based at the Houston client office; fills the open Databricks + BI position on the BI Track Leads group.
Application Accepted: 8/26/2026
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
· 401(k) plan and contributions
· Long-term/Short-term Disability
· Paid Parental Leave
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable la
Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.
If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!
À propos de Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ : CTSH) est un AI Builder et une entreprise de services numériques (ESN) élaborant des solutions complètes d’IA maximisant les investissements pour des résultats concrets. Sa profonde expertise des métiers, des processus et des technologies lui permet d’intégrer dans les systèmes technologiques le contexte unique de chaque organisation de l’ingénierie à la production à l’échelle. Son objectif : améliorer l’efficacité des équipes, créer de la valeur et permettre aux grandes entreprises de rester performantes dans un monde qui évolue rapidement. Pour en savoir plus : cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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